2018 Cadillac XT5 Release Date Review

2018 Cadillac XT5 Release Date Review

2018 Cadillac XT5 is a solid luxury crossover, but so are its competitors. Shop carefully.
For the second year, 2018 Cadillac XT5 remains a luxury five-level crossover with entry level. This is the inclusion of the Cadillac into one of the most competitive new car market segments, but not that much stands out.

It rides and handles pretty well and has a luxurious interior, but the XT5 is occasionally more humble than the recommended price. We have scored 6.8 out of 10 points overall.

2018 For XT5, Cadillac only makes one change: the heated steering wheel is now included on most models. The XT5 series is still available in base, Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Platinum trim levels. There is no sporty resemblance in this latest XT5, which replaced the long-running SRX nameplate last year; Do not look for XT5-V.

Instead, XT5 is more about pampering the tame. All versions come standard with a 3.6 liter V-6 rated at 310 horsepower. An 8 speed automatic sends power to the front wheels or all four wheels; All-wheel drive is only standard on platinum topping. The all-wheel-drive system is not intended for off-road use, but it’s typical for this segment that includes road-ready rivals such as BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Lexus RX, Volvo XC60 and Lincoln MKC. .

Each trim level is well equipped, but the price can go up quickly with choices. Although the starting price of hair is more than $ 40,000 after the destination fee is required, the loaded Platinum XT5 will go to $ 70,000 unforgivable. The configurable rival for the intoxicating figure offers a much higher strength and panache.

Although the XT5 is equipped with air bag portfolio and full stability control, Cadillac limits advanced security technologies such as automatic emergency braking only with higher trim levels. Of all places that will be stingy, safety should not be one.

2018 Cadillac XT5 Release Date Review

2018 Cadillac XT5 Styling

2018 Cadillac XT5 is the latest softening effort of this brand. Park one next to the older SRX and family resemblance, but the XT5 is anonymous against the previous bold design.

We’ve given XT5 one point above average because we love the well-equipped and stylish interior. The exterior is perfectly average, which means the crossover produces 6 out of 10 here.

The bold bypass gives a few valuable details on XT5. This is an exercise for restraint, something we rarely see from Cadillac. But that does not really work for us. We love the rear lights that sweep aggressively, with their LED strips running deep into the front bumper. Things get messy quickly afterwards, unfortunately. The bland grille does not much fun out Cadillac’s brash elegance.
At the rear, the XT5 tail lights try to echo the front, a view that mostly works. But again there is a banal on the design that says little.

Inside, there are too many GM corporate switches, but if not, the XT5 looks and feels like a genuine luxury crossover. Perched high on the dashboard is an 8.0 inch touch screen. Climate and some redundant buttons are hidden below. They are capacitive buttons, so, so they disappear into the dark when XT5 is turned off. Flanking the screen is a wide panel covered with various finishing – rubber vinyl or suede material.

Scattered throughout the cabin is a hint of real wood, as well as fake or original aluminum. As is often the case, the more you spend, the more interesting your XT5 interior.

2018 Cadillac XT5 Release Date Review

2018 Cadillac XT5 Performance

2018 Cadillac XT5 has a soft athletic feel; This is not a sports car, but it rides and handles well and offers decent power from its V-6 engine. We’ve given it extra points for standard and single engine power, bringing it to position 6 of 10 for its performance.

Although the latest XT5 is lighter on its feet than its predecessor, though more sporty than the actual adjustment. Electric power is light but good center on the highway. Sport mode adds more load, but it takes a lot of time behind the wheel to see the real difference. While most competitors start as a rear wheel crossover and add power to the front wheels, the XT5 moves in the opposite direction.

Predictably, this shows some characteristics of front-drive handling, although an optional all-wheel-drive system bites even on dry sidewalks to maintain overall confidence.

The all-wheel-drive system is optional on every model but Platinum, where the standard is. XT5 sits low to the ground and is not intended for off-road use such as Land Rover Discovery which lies between a diverse competitive range.

Independent suspension XT5 fully supports it with a firm and appropriate ride. Premium and Platinum premium trim levels have a special suspension that constantly adjusts damping. This is visible – and necessary, given 20 inch Platinum alloy wheels.

The 3.6-liter V-6 engine rated 310 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque is the only engine on offer. It provides powerful strength with just a little steering torque – an unwanted pull to one side under hard acceleration – on the front wheel drive model. Pair V-6 well for 8-speed automatic transmission, but we’re not big fans of drive-by-wire gears shift.

2018 Cadillac XT5 Features and Price

With its luxurious status, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 is well-equipped in every level and has a large infotainment screen.

You can not have your 2018 Cadillac XT5 at your disposal, but you definitely have plenty of options to make. With four trim levels offered and standard high level and optional equipment including an 8.0 inch infotainment screen, the XT5 scores 8 out of 10 solids here.

Once you’ve narrowed your XT5 hunt down to the front drive or the all-wheel drive wheel (optional in all but Platinum, where the standard), it’s time to see the trim levels: base, Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Platinum.

In addition to paint colors, not much can be adjusted to the basic model of XT5.
From there, the lineup goes up to Premium XT5. The car is built on the base of a $ 7,000 leather nets, heated front seats, panoramic moonroof, parking sensors, blind spot monitors, cross-link traffic alerts, and auto-dimming mirrors. Some options let buyers customize their XT5 Luxury.

The Driver Awareness Package complements crash warning and emergency braking with active path control with route departure warnings, and high automatic spotlights. The large 20-inch alloy wheels are an expensive option, but about $ 1,000 for navigation and six extra branded Bose speakers seem to make more sense.

XT5 Premium Luxury goes a step further by including two Luxury option packages plus LED headlights, 20-inch alloy wheels, and adjustable suspension. They can be further loaded with Driver Assist Package that brings adaptive cruise control and high speed automatic braking as per its equations.

Available only with all-wheel drive, Platinum XT5 is at the top of the range. It feels every bit pledge, though expensive. The dashboard has a blend of leather and suede, and the upholstery is covered by an upgraded leather. The head-up display system, the heated rear seats, and the 8.0 inch screen on the instrument cluster make it a bit more exclusive. But even Platinum XT5 is not fully charged. The optional Driver Assist package at Premium Luxury also requires an additional fee here.

All variants feature the Cadillac User Interface-or CUE infotainment system. It’s flawed, but functional. What it lacks in utility, it makes for in flash. No volume buttons; Instead, the capacitive bars require users to swipe their sounds into louder or quieter audio. On the plus side, there are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which work better than most native software, this one is included. The 4G LTE antenna is also included so that it can convert XT5 into mobile hotspot for an additional monthly fee.